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Every year since 2009, the World’s 50 Best Bars has released its list of top tipple temples from across the globe. Not once has a single bar from Africa ever qualified for that list. It actually remains the only habitable continent on earth to be denied such a spot. And it’s not for lack of trying. There are countless candidates from Morocco all the way down to Cape Town befitting of the merit. None are knocking on the door quite so loudly as Hero Bar in the heart of Nairobi, Kenya.

For travelers dreaming of being home for Christmas without airplane delays, a new study has helpful data points that can potentially make your holiday travels hassle-free. 

Regulators have been going after short-term rentals. Now homeowners are fighting back.

As a travel company, managing risk is extremely important. Claims or lawsuits are not only a financial burden on your company — potentially resulting in bankruptcy — but can also destroy its reputation. A tainted reputation will also impact the financial health of your company. The fitness of your company depends upon you following strict risk management protocols. In its many years of administering travel industry claims, Aon has identified seven common missteps that have resulted in a claim or a poor outcome. Kenneth F. Whitman, Esq., Senior Program Manager and Counsel for the Travel Agents and Tour Operators Professional Liability Program at Aon, details how to protect your company and what should be done to avoid these detrimental missteps.

There are only 15 other organisations worldwide to achieve World Class status.

Strike action on Wednesday 6 December means an extremely limited service will operate on a small number of lines, with the majority of the network closed – customers are urged to only travel if absolutely necessary

Though rightly famed for its golden beaches and picturesque cities, Portugal is less well known for its hiking paths. This is good news for those in search of incredible trails without the crowds to match. 

You can cover a lot of ground on your first visit to Jordan, given its small size (it’s less than three-quarters the size of New York State).

Recently opened just steps from St. Mark’s Square, this 43 room boutique hotel is an ideal spot to call home. Your luxurious welcome begins as soon as you leave the airport; a short stroll takes you to the hotel’s private dock where you will be whisked away in a sleek water taxi. The historic building was originally the former Stock Exchange and it has been lovingly restored by the French-Italian team of Lecoadic & Scotto.

Santa’s sleigh won’t be the only marvel streaking across December’s night skies.

More than half of all drivers engage in dangerous behavior when they are behind the wheel, and the most common risky behavior is speeding, followed by distracted and aggressive driving. Only 4 in 10 motorists describe themselves as safe drivers.

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A highly anticipated Scottish outpost for W Hotels is officially open in Edinburgh.

The Connaught is a beloved five-star oasis of indulgence conveniently located in Mayfair. Guests return year after year for exceptional service, stunning rooms and consistently fabulous meals. The property becomes even more special as the holidays approach and guests are welcomed with special Christmas trees and festive holiday menus. This year’s tree was designed by influential British artist and sculptor Dame Rachel Whiteread. It sits outside the hotel and is decorated with over 100 circular neon white hoops, encouraging everyone to celebrate a feeling of togetherness.

If you’re a Pink Floyd fan, you know Mono Lake. Perhaps not by name, but certainly by sight. It’s the location for the legendary Aubrey Powell “The Diver” photo (also called “Monosee”) from the inner sleeve of Wish You Were Here. Even if you’re not a Pink Floyd fan, you might have come across this photo, where a pair of legs are sticking out of perfectly still water near alien-looking rock formations. The whole thing is surreal in that way that Powell and the company he co-founded, Hipgnosis, was so skilled at creating.

Pushing the limits of wilderness exploration can mean extreme weather conditions, hours or days spent outdoors, and lots of pulling and hauling, all to achieve an extraordinary experience. The products you wear, use and carry can be like superpowers that put impossible journeys within reach. Here are the best luxury gifts for exploring the great outdoors:

Imagine trying to get something to eat at an airport when you’re changing planes on a tight connection many gates or corridors apart: grabbing, and then waiting on line to pay for, even a sandwich might be impossible. Due to an all-mobile innovation called flo™ Xgen, though, developed by the airport culinary concessionaire OTG for use in its restaurants, food halls and markets, a delicious, freshly prepared meal can soon be ordered up to 24 hours in advance and either picked up or delivered to the connecting gate. Called Order Ahead, it’s scheduled to be available by Q1 2024 in all 11 North American airports (10 in the U.S. plus Toronto Pearson International Airport in Canada) where the company operates 350 outlets in 23 terminals. (Those with more time can use the platform now to order while in the terminal.) And it’s not the only introduction on track.

Arc’teryx has created a devoted following of consumers who crave high-performance outdoor gear that looks great and is sustainable This is your go-to-brand for lightweight and breathable clothing that will take you to the top of the slopes and beyond. But what if you want high-quality and stylish items to wear as you navigate the urban landscape? Enter Veilance, an Arc’teryx line that seeks to perfectly combine premium engineering with an abundance of sophistication for navigating city streets.

It can be exciting and challenging to work as a nurse abroad. Nurses from all over the world migrate to Germany for its renowned healthcare system and job opportunities. Ambitious […]

Nestled deep in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Yosemite National Park is one of the most amazing places in California. There are legendary hikes, jaw-dropping scenic vistas, and wildlife galore. It is also one of the most visited national parks, with nearly 3.7 million visitors each year. That’s a lot, but even more so when you consider it’s barely visited at all in the winter. Almost all those people are also funneled into a relatively narrow valley, it can get quite crowded.

When I first started thinking about converting a van, one of the main things I wanted was power. Solar power to be precise, with batteries to store it during the day so I could have lights and more at night. From RVs to sailboats, this has become increasingly common. As such, there are a bunch of companies that offer everything from individual products to full kits with everything you need.